Fiber Optics Technician

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Requisition #:1178
Job Title : Fiber Optics Technician II
Location: China Lake Naval Base in Ridgecrest, CA
Clearance Level: Active DoD - Interim Secret (can obtain upon offer)

SUMMARY

E&I activities include the following: assessment of and support for routine/emergency maintenance and repair of interconnection cable-plant (wireless, fiber, copper, waveguide) and core infrastructure; locates and GPS tracking projects; management of network and communication services; physical security of the fiber cabling and risk mitigation planning coordination; and reliability oversight of the DITAC systems and interfaces to computational network assets. Installation services may include physical plant build-out, such as installation of fiber, cabinets, switches, Government Services Administration (GSA) security containers and data encryption devices. All work is performed to fiber optic network engineering specifications and in accordance with DoD, Building Industry Consulting Service.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Establishes communications systems by installing, operating, and maintaining voice and data telecommunications network circuits and equipment.
· Plans network installations by studying customer orders, plans, manuals, and technical specifications; ordering and gathering equipment, supplies, materials, and tools, assessing installation site; preparing an installation diagram.
· Establishes voice and data networks by running, pulling, terminating, and splicing cables; installing telecommunications equipment, routers, switches, multiplexors, and cable trays; building ironwork and ladder racks; establishing connections; programming features; establishing connections and integrations; following industry standards; activating remote access tools; coordinating with contractors.
· Verifies service by testing circuits, equipment, and alarms; identifying, correcting, or escalating problems.
· Documents network by labeling and routing equipment and cables; recording configuration diagrams and specifications.
· Maintains network by troubleshooting and repairing outages; testing network back-up procedures; updating documentation.
· Maintains customer rapport by listening to and resolving concerns; answering questions.
· Maintains safe work environment by following codes, standards, and legal regulations.
· Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
· Enhances department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Required Qualifications

· 1+ years of experience with installing, operating, and maintaining voice and data telecommunications network circuits and equipment.
· Must be able to pass a background check.
· Must be able to commute on-site daily. (China Lake, CA)

Preferred Qualifications

· BICSI Certifications
· Fiber Optics Experience

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions
· Oustide/Inside
· 30% Travel 70% in China Lake

Strength Demands

· Medium – 50 lbs. Maximum lifting with frequent lift/carry up to 25 lbs.

Physical Requirements

· Stand or Sit; Walk; Repetitive Motion; Use Hands / Fingers to Handle or Feel; Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl; See; Push or Pull; Climb (stairs, ladders) or Balance (ascend / descend, work atop, traverse).

Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together.

What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.

We also believe in supporting our employees by offering a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. To explore the benefits we offer, please visit our website under the Careers section.

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Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.

Honest - Be Trustworthy.
Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.

Humble - Be Grounded.
Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.

Hungry - Be Eager.
Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.

Hustle - Be Driven.
Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.

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